Latest articles by Tom May
The best Adobe Illustrator alternatives, for all budgets and skill levels
From Affinity to CorelDRAW, try these top vector-editing tools.
I hate reboots, but the KPop Demon Hunters studio take on Charlie & the Chocolate Factory? That's exciting…
Even the most jaded creative should be paying attention.
Why are Gen Alpha spending $30+ on records they could stream for free?
And what does that mean for creativity as a whole?
These are the best iPad screen protectors for designers and artists
Ideal for artists, these are the best iPad screen protectors.
The 3 best laptops for battery life: keep working all day long, no socket required
Live long and prosper Keep working for longer, with the best laptops for battery life.
The best computers for graphic design: When a laptop just isn't enough
Get work done fast, with the best computer for graphic design.
The 3 best-selling office chairs in the US (and the budget dupes actually worth buying)
Read this, if you're buying a chair for your home office.
The best student laptops: Top models to power through your coursework
Whatever you're studying, these laptops have you covered.
The best adverts of the 2000s
Experts pick the best ads of the 2000s, and explain why they work.
Specs aren't everything: The Poco M7 Pro phone is cheap and I'm never upgrading
It's proof that specs on paper aren’t everything.
The best NBA logos: 10 basketball teams that nailed branding
Bringing joy to b-ball fans across North America, these are the best NBA logos in the league.
Help! I may be getting sentimental about a standing desk (but it feels like part of the family)
It's served me well since 2021, and I love it as much as ever.
This niche Adobe InDesign issue should be a warning to all creatives
Real-world experience
I wrote the wrong thing about the world's biggest band – and the backlash taught me much more than just "don't mess with the ARMY"
Speaking to BTS fans held a crucial lesson.
CanJam NY 2026: My 5 headphone highlights
The audio event saw some ambitious headphone launches.
The best MLB logos – 8 iconic designs from the world of professional baseball
We delve into the rich heritage of MLB's most cherished logos.
Rosalía broke every branding rule and won – here's what creatives can learn from her
Mastering tradition is the key to creative reinvention.
What the internet's recent nostalgia trip can teach creatives
There was more to #BringBack2016 than meets the eye.
This chair looks weird – but for me it's the best ergonomic office chair
The HAG Capisco 8106 isn’t for slumping – that's why it rocks.
